SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Identifying Synonyms
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Example Question #291 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CHANSON
Eructation
Unguent
Girdle
Larceny
Song
Song
A "chanson" is a "song," usually a specific type of French composition. An "eructation" is a belch, and an "unguent" is an ointment. "Larceny" is theft. A "girdle" is one of a variety of belt-like garments.
Example Question #292 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
GUFFAW
Sprig
Coracle
Catamount
Fountain
Laugh
Laugh
A "guffaw" is a loud, hearty "laugh." A "coracle" is a small boat, and a "sprig" is a small stem or twig. A "catamount" is a type of wildcat, usually a cougar.
Example Question #293 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ULUATION
Zest
Firmament
Surprise
Equilibrium
Howl
Howl
A "ululation" is a howl or a wail and is often used in traditional ceremonial settings. "Firmament" is another word for the sky, and "equilibrium" is balance. "Zest" is a synonym for "zeal." A "surprise" is something unexpected.
Example Question #294 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DEMEANOR
Animosity
Astonishment
Bearing
Ardor
Commendation
Bearing
Someone's "demeanor" is their "bearing," appearance, or manner. "Astonishment" is surprise and awe. "Commendation" is praise or acclaim. "Ardor" means passion, and "animosity" means hatred.
Example Question #295 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SOJOURN
Melody
Drinking vessel
Rest
Soup vessel
Luster
Rest
A "sojourn" is a brief "rest" or respite. It is not a type of drinking vessel (tankard, flagon, cask, etc.) or soup vessel ("tureen"). It is also not a "melody," or song. "Luster" is gloss or shine.
Example Question #296 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SQUALL
Infection
Harvest
Storm
Disagreement
Wail
Storm
A "squall" is a brief, intense "storm." It is not a "cry "or "wail," nor is it a "harvest" or crop yield. Another word for "infection" is disease, and another word for "disagreement" is quarrel or squabble.
Example Question #297 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
STATUTE
Statuary
Edict
Crypt
Inundation
Sculpture
Edict
A "statute" is an "edict" or law, which is not to be confused with a "statuary," or group of statues (sculptures). A "crypt" is a burial place. An "inundation" is a deluge or flood.
Example Question #298 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
APIARY
Heritage
Birdhouse
Beehive
Ordnance
Balm
Beehive
"Apiary" is another word for a large "beehive" or collection of beehives. This is easy to confuse with an "aviary," or large structure for housing birds. "Heritage" is an inheritance, either a literal one or a figurative one. A "balm" is a salve or soothing ointment. "Ordnance" is weaponry, arms.
Example Question #299 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EFFLUVIUM
Riposte
Repast
Rejoinder
Odor
Gift
Odor
"Effluvium" is an unpleasant "odor," discharge, or waste product. It is not a "gift," or present. It is also not a "repast," or feast. "Rejoinder" and "riposte" are synonyms for witty comebacks or remarks.
Example Question #300 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TANKARD
Drinking vessel
Armor
Nobleman
Military fortification
Armored vehicle
Drinking vessel
A "tankard" is a large "drinking vessel" with a single handle, often made of pewter and seen in old-fashioned pubs. Don't confuse this with a "tank" (armored vehicle). It is not "armor," which is a suit worn to protect the body from bullets. It is also not a military fortification, which may also be called a "citadel." There are various titles for noblemen, depending on their status.
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